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The 70 Billion Naira Milestone: Inside Nigeria’s Record-Breaking Year on Spotify
The 70 Billion Naira Milestone: Inside Nigeria’s Record-Breaking Year on Spotify
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Mar 183 min read
Apple Music x TikTok Deal Changes the Game for African Artists
Apple Music x TikTok Deal Changes the Game for African Artists
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Mar 183 min read
Keche Unveils New Single “Selina” – A Heartfelt Anthem of Love and Vulnerability
Keche Unveils New Single “Selina” – A Heartfelt Anthem of Love and Vulnerability
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Mar 92 min read
The $1.5 Billion "Black Hole": How African Artists Can Reclaim Lost Royalties with Mogul
In the fast-paced world of Afrobeat, Amapiano, and Gengetone, African music has never been more global. However, behind the billions of streams lies a quiet crisis: a massive "black hole" of unclaimed royalties.
Recent reports from Music In Africa have spotlighted a major breakthrough for independent creators. Mogul, a US-based royalty management platform founded by former SoundCloud executives Jeff Ponchick and Joey Mason, recently secured $5 million in funding led by the Ya
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Feb 283 min read
The Rise of AI Fraud in Music: Lessons from the Historic Prosecution of Michael Smith
The Rise of AI Fraud in Music: Lessons from the Historic Prosecution of Michael Smith
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Feb 233 min read
The Frontier of Sound: Navigating the Legal Realities of AI in Music Production (2026 Edition)
The Frontier of Sound: Navigating the Legal Realities of AI in Music Production (2026 Edition)
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Feb 226 min read
Africa's tech and AI revolution: Trends and triumphs in late 2025
Africa's tech and AI revolution: Trends and triumphs in late 2025
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Oct 17, 20251 min read
The DStv Drama in Ghana: A Win for Value or a Missed Chance for Cheaper Prices?
The DStv Drama in Ghana: A Win for Value or a Missed Chance for Cheaper Prices?
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Oct 1, 20256 min read
Unlocking Global Rhythms: The Top Countries Outside Africa Streaming African Music and How Musicians Can Seize the Opportunity
Unlocking Global Rhythms: The Top Countries Outside Africa Streaming African Music and How Musicians Can Seize the Opportunity
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Sep 29, 20255 min read
Is Music Really a Cash Cow Like Real Estate? Sarkodie’s Hot Take Gets Real
L Let’s talk about that fire post from Sarkodie that’s got everyone buzzing tonight. The Ghanaian rap king dropped a bold claim on social...
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Sep 27, 20253 min read
The Pulse of EPL and Entertainment in Africa: A Vibrant Fusion
The Pulse of EPL and Entertainment in Africa: A Vibrant Fusion
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Sep 27, 20252 min read
Mavin Records and Universal Music Group: A Landmark Deal Redefining African Music
Mavin Records and Universal Music Group: A Landmark Deal Redefining African Music
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Jul 30, 20255 min read
A Young Genius in Sierra Leone Lights Up Villages with Saltwater Energy
A Young Genius in Sierra Leone Lights Up Villages with Saltwater Energy
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Jul 26, 20253 min read
Africa’s Entertainment Scene in 2025: A Vibrant Culture and Creativity
Africa’s Entertainment Scene in 2025: A Vibrant Culture and Creativity
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Jul 26, 20254 min read
⚖️ Supreme Court Overturns Kelvin Taylor Arrest Warrant: Rethinking Contempt in a Digital Age
Supreme Court Overturns Kelvin Taylor Arrest Warrant: Rethinking Contempt in a Digital Age
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Jul 22, 20252 min read
Kofi Boachie-Ansah II's Grammy Nod: A Ghanaian Creative's Quiet Revolution
Kofi Boachie-Ansah II's Grammy Nod: A Ghanaian Creative's Quiet Revolution
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Jul 15, 20253 min read
Mid-July 2025 Tech Pulse: Grok 4, Apple’s $500 B AI Bet, 12-Minute EV Batteries, and a Memory OS
Mid-July 2025 Tech Pulse: Grok 4, Apple’s $500 B AI Bet, 12-Minute EV Batteries, and a Memory OS
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Jul 14, 20253 min read
Beyond Borders: Why African Musicians Shouldn't Chase Geography for Streaming Riches (Focus on Strategy Instead)
Beyond Borders: Why African Musicians Shouldn't Chase Geography for Streaming Riches (Focus on Strategy Instead)
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Jul 14, 20254 min read
YouTube’s New Policy: No Monetization for AI-Generated Content Starting July 15, 2025
YouTube’s New Policy: No Monetization for AI-Generated Content Starting July 15, 2025
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Jul 9, 20254 min read
Why African Musicians Need to Secure Their YouTube Channels with 2-Step Verification
Why African Musicians Need to Secure Their YouTube Channels with 2-Step Verification
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Jul 1, 20255 min read
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